POTASSIUM SULFATE (K2SO4)
PRODUCT MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
REVISION HISTORY
Doc ID
N/A
QCD-DS-002-001
Date
27 July 2011
16 December 2011
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
Changes
None (Initial revision)
Merged document divided into
individual product data sheets.
Format revision;
environmental toxicity content.
SIGNATURES
Author:
Reviewed:
Reviewed:
On file
Ma Elena Escano
Quality Control Supervisor
Date
On file
Alfredo M Reyes Jr
Vice President – Manufacturing
Date
On file
Lawrence Ong
President
Date
Document is uncontrolled unless signed and dated by Document Control
The signatures on this page are applicable to all pages of this document.
Approved:
Document Controller
Date
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 DISCLAIMER ........................................................................................................................... 1
2 POTASSIUM SULFATE (K2SO4) ........................................................................................... 2
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
1 DISCLAIMER
International Chemical Industries, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good
faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This
document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the
material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the
information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose. International Chemical Industries, Inc. makes
no representations or warranties, either express or implied, including without limitation
any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the
information set forth herein or the product to which the information refers. Accordingly,
International Chemical Industries, Inc. will not be responsible for damages resulting
from use or reliance upon this information
1
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
2 POTASSIUM SULFATE (K2SO4)
2.1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Name Potassium Sulfate
Trade Name Sulfate of Potash
Supplier International Chemical Industries, Inc.
Km 32 McArthur Highway, Guiguinto, Bulacan 3015
Telephone: 63-44-7940444-45
Toll Free: 1-800-1888-6800
Fax” 63-44-7944104
2.2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.2.1 CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
Classification (GHS):
Not classified
Label Elements:
No GHS labeling applicable
2.2.2 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled
Skin Contact
May cause skin irritation.
Eye Contact
May cause eye irritation.
Chronic Exposure:
Not expected to be a health hazard
No adverse health effects expected.
2.3 COMPOSITION / INGREDIENTS
Potassium Sulfate, %
Chemical Formula
Molecular Weight
CAS Registry No:
90-100%
K2SO4
174.26
7778-80-5
2
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
2.4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin Flush skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes
Eyes Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the
upper and lower lids
Inhalation Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. DO
NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink
water.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY
2.5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Auto-ignition Point
Flash Point
Flammability / Explosive limits:
Fire / Explosion Hazards:
Fire Prevention / Extinguishing Media
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not a fire or explosion hazard
Use any means suitable for extinguishing
surrounding fire
2.6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate area of spill or leak. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in
Section 5.8.
Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping
may be used to avoid dust dispersal.
2.7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage Requirements: Store in a cool dry place.
Handling: Carry operations in the open/under local exhaust/ventilation or with
respiratory protection. Always wash hands after handling the
product
2.8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PROTECTION
Airborne Exposure Limits Not established.
Ventilation: In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health
hazard control for this substance. However, if
conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a
local exhaust system should be considered.
Protective Equipment for the Eyes and Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
Skin: safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and
quick-drench facilities in the work area.
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to
prevent skin exposure.
3
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
Respiratory Protection Requirements: For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist
is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible,
a particulate respirator may be worn.
2.9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State Solid
Appearance White powder or crystalline solid
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point 1689C
Melting Point 1067C
Vapor Density Not available
Vapor Pressure No information found
Solubility In Water: Soluble
2.10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous decomposition product
Oxides of sulfur and potassium
Incompatibles:
Aluminum and magnesium
Conditions to avoid:
Incompatibles.
2.11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
LD50 Oral Rat:
Reproductive Effects
Neurotoxicity
Epidemiology
6600mg/kg
No Data Available
No Data Available
No Data Available
2.12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental Fate: Potassium Sulfate has no biological oxygen demand, and
it will not cause oxygen depletion in aquatic systems. It
has a low potential to affect aquatic organisms.
Environmental Toxicity: Not classified as dangerous to the ozone layer.
2.13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in accordance with all Government and Local regulations.
Can be considered as non-hazardous waste
4
QCD-DS-002-002
6 June 2016
2.14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not regulated.
2.15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
No data available.
2.16 OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid all unnecessary
exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes, and clothing.
Label Precautions: None
5